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Nicholas Basil Spirtos

also known as Nick Spirtos, Nick B. Spirtos

4.3
Rating: 1.0

Licensed for 27 years

Construction and development Lawyer at Pomona, CA
Practice Areas: Construction & Development, Litigation, Business ... +3 more

166 San Lorenzo Street, Pomona, CA

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019
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About Nicholas

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Construction and Development 25%

Representation of owners, contractors and subcontractors on residential, commercial and industrial matters. Includes claims involving construction defect, payment, disciplinary actions, licensing, collection and business activities. I am a licensed California contractor as well as an attorney, which provides me with a unique perspective and a wealth of knowledge in most any construction related matter. Typical representation includes mediation, arbitration, and court litigation.

28 years | 500 cases

25%
Litigation 25%

28 years | 500 cases

25%
Business 15%

Representation of active businesses in various matters, including the formation of partnerships, corporations, LLCs, and other business entities, disputes involving such entities, negotiation and preparation of leases, contracts and other business agreements. Assist with compliance, licensing and other issues. Typical representation includes, mediation, arbitration, and or court litigation of different business matters.

28 years | 500 cases

15%
General Practice 15%

I describe my practice as a full service law firm that provides both specific and general legal services. While I do not practice in every possible area, I am able to provide general consultation and referrals to qualified counsel for issues that require more detailed representation. Included in my general practice areas are representation with construction, business, personal injury, real estate, consumer disputes and other matters.

28 years | 1,000 cases

15%
Government 10%

Representation in connection with administrative matters involving State, County and City regulation, such as licensing, compliance, and disciplinary matters.

28 years | 500 cases

10%
Real Estate 10%

28 years | 250 cases

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 250-400 per hour

Contingency

25%-45%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 27 years

State: California

Acquired: 1998

Disbarred

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2019

Location

Law Offices of Nicholas B. Spirtos

166 San Lorenzo Street, Pomona, CA, 91766

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Nicholas Basil Spirtos's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.3 /5.0

6 Client Reviews

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Posted by Alice | December 14, 2016

This attorney was very helpful and knowledgable

This attorney was very helpful and knowledgable , I have no hesitation to hire him.

Posted by anonymous | August 21, 2012 | Lawsuits & Disputes

WORST LAWYER IN PLANET

STAY AWAY HE IS A CROOK WILL TAKE YOU FOR WHAT YOU HAVE AND THEN LOOSES THE CASE

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Nicholas Basil Spirtos's Lawyer Endorsements

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Walter Hnot,

Business lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicholas is an excellent attorney committed to providing the highest quality representation to clients. I endorse this attorney without reservation."

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Joseph Kellener

General practice lawyer | Nov 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Clay

General practice lawyer | Aug 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse Mr. Spirtos. Truly exceptional and caring attorney who gets great results in representing clients! I want all people with legal problems to contact him first."

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Adam Studnicki

Unknown lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Spirtos is a valuable asset to this community. His continuing dedication to the law and his clients is admirable."

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Jacklin Rad-Rastegar

General practice lawyer | Jul 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Roger Moss

Real estate lawyer | Jul 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nicholas Spirtos contributes generously of his time through Avvo postings, offering sterling, clear and direct suggestions. I endorse Mr. Spirtos, and am grateful for his service to the community and to the legal profession."

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Debra Crawford

Litigation lawyer | Jun 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Price

Litigation lawyer | Jun 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"The knowledge and experience of Mr. Spirtos is evident in his thoughtful answers to questions. I endorse him as an asset to the legal community."

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Kurt Elkins

Business lawyer | Jun 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr Spirtos is a well respected lawyer. He has earned my respect and I endorse him."

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George Henderson

Litigation lawyer | May 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Nick Spirtos is a very experienced, very creative litigator. It was a pleasure to watch him work in the matter we had together!"

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Abraham Mathew

Litigation lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I enjoy reading Mr. Spirtos responses to AVVO posts as they provide valuable to the point information. He is a great asset to this community and I am certain his clients are ably served by his counsel."

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Aryeh Leichter

Litigation lawyer | May 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Raquel Fernandez-Flaherty

General practice lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Spirtos is a highly skilled attorney and and expert in his field. I would highly recommend him!"

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Jonathan Lacour

Business lawyer | Apr 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Keen attention to detail with exceptional client service. One of the best there is. I endorse this lawyer."

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Nina Montoya

Business lawyer | Apr 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"My Spiritos offers consistently sound advice and great insight to the legal matters presented here. He is of great value to this forum."

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John Elbert

Business lawyer | Mar 12

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Nick is an experienced, highly respected attorney who always represents his clients with the utmost of skill,knowledge and understanding.i can readily endorse him without hesitation or reservation."

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H. Aalsberg

Business lawyer | Mar 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"It's plain and simple Nicholas is a Great Lawyer. I endorse him."

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Stephen McArthur

Construction and development lawyer | Feb 25

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Girdner

Construction and development lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Other

"I endorse Nicholas Spirtos. Hard working and aggressive attorney who is dedicated to the success of his clients. Respected by his colleagues within the legal community."

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Tomas Ross

Litigation lawyer | Feb 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  1.0 (Extreme Caution)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2019.

Disbarment issued in CA, 2019

updated on 01/22/2020

Disbarment is the most serious penalty for a lawyer. If this attorney is currently practicing law, you should contact the California State Bar to understand the reasons for disbarment.

Honors

2016

Top Contributor, AVVO

2016

Top Attorney, AVVO

2015

Top Contributor, AVVO

2015

Top Attorney, AVVO

2014

Top Contributor, AVVO

Work Experience

1998 - Present

Attorney, Law Offices of Nicholas B. Spirtos

1992 - Present

General Contractor, N.R. Builders

1997 - 1999

Associate, Law Offices of Russel Shields

1997 - 1999

Associate, Law Offices of Gregory Jon Anthony

Associations

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Orange County Bar Association

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

San Bernardino County Bar Association

Sample of Legal Cases

CSLB Arbitration - Owner v Contractor - competing claims

Owner's claims denied - contractor awarded $5000.

CAL-OSHA CITATION DEFENSE

CAL-OSHA Withdrew the citation on the day of trial

Anti-SLAPP Defense & Award of Fees

Dismissal for client and award of fees

Collection Fraud

Verdict in favor of Defense

Employee v. Employer - wage claims

High 6 figure judgment after trial in favor of employee

Patient v. doctor - sexual asault

6 Figure settlement on eve of trial

Pool Contractor vs Homeowner

Settled for $15,000 payment from contractor to owner

HOA Association v Contractor

Settled for very nominal $1500

Buyer of Condo v Seller of Condo

Settled during trial - payment from seller to buyer

Buyer of Commercial Building v. Seller

Settled at mediation for payment of rent and attorney's fees

Buyer of commercial property v. Seller and Broker

Jury verdict for the broker and award of attorney's fees

Girlfriend v. Boyfriend and Boyfriend v. Girlfriend

Settled during trial - Girlfriend awarded title to the condo and attorney's fees

Owner v Contractor

Arbitration award for contractor

Car buyer v. Auto Dealer

Class action settled at mediation - Fund established to repair all impacted vehicles

State of California v Contractor

Retention of license with no penalty

State of California v Contractor

Retention of license with no penalty

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Education

1997

Western State Univ COL

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of California - Irvine

Speaking Engagements

2016

Western Pool and Spa Show - Long Beach Convention Center

The CSLB - the Biggest Enemy of Every Contractor

2016

Western Pool and Spa Show - Long Beach Convention Center

California Home Improvement Contracts Law

2016

Palm Desert Contractor's Summit

New laws for 2016 that Businesses Need to Know About

2016

Los Angeles Contractor's Summit

New laws for 2016 that Businesses Need to Know About

2015

Orange County Contractor's Summit

Protecting Your Construction Business

2015

National Plasterer's Council Annual Convention - Phoenix

Construction Projects- Avoiding Problems and Getting Paid

2015

Los Angeles Contractor's Summit

Mechanic's Liens

2015

Inland Empire Contractor's Summit

Construction Contracts

2014

National Plasterer's Council Annual Convention - Nashville

Obamacare - What It Means For You

2013

Construction Law Section Meeting

Strategies for Handling Swimming Pool & Spa Defect Claims

2012

NPC National Annual Convention - San Diego

Does California Hate Swimming Pool Contractors?

2012

NPC National Annual Convention

New Developments in Laws Affecting Pool Contractors

2010

NPC National Annual Convention - Florida

Hot Water - How to Avoid It & What to do When You Step In It

2005

Pool and Spa Professionals Round Table Event

Clean Water Act Compliance

Publications

2011

NPC - Online Warning Signs - What to Look For in Deciding to Enter into a Contract

2010

NPC Online Defending Your License

Languages

English

Activity

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